One of the most frequently appearing character-types in Korean dramas is a “chaebol.” What exactly is a chaebol, and do they really all live in Gangnam?
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Korean language and culture series: Uncles, uncles, uncles!
Since we discussed about the many different Korean terms for “aunt,” it’s only appropriate that we give an equal treatment to its counterpart, “uncle.”
Korean language and culture series: Aunty, are you there?
While burning some subtitles and Korean dramas for a non-Korean speaking friend, Bella noticed that the subtlety was completely lost with a rather simple reference of the relationship between two characters. Especially since her ever keen friend picked up on and promptly asked if there was a difference between “gomo” and “emo,” recognizing that she hears …
Why the ‘Twinkle Twinkle’ couple is my current favorite…
SO. CUTE. This couple has a way of using a lot of onomatopoeia and just repeating expressions using different words (a translator’s nightmare). But my gosh darnit, they’re so endearing.
Song of the Day: “If You Give Your Heart”
I was watching Twinkle Twinkle, and immediately recognized one of the songs from the OST as an older 1993 song called “너의 마음를 내게 준다면” (If You Give Your Heart) by Choi Yeon Je. I’ve always liked that song, so I was delighted to hear it in the drama. But the voice sounded different from what …
Song of the Day: Ha Dong Kyun’s “After the Love” (Updated with Lyrics)
Two dramas dropped. Got addicted to another. It’s a never ending cycle, this addiction! I recently started (or is it re-started, since last checking out the first episode in January?) a drama known by many names, including Twinkle Twinkle, Shining, and All That Glitters.
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